Affordable Tacoma Mod: Enhancing Bed Cleats with SS Wing Nuts and Fender Washers

TacomaForce · 2025-09-12T22:07:18+00:00

Dobinsons has officially rolled out their suspension lineup for the 4th Gen Tacoma! Dobinsons isn’t new to the game by any means. Their products are well known for their performance and reliability, but this is the first time we’re getting their full setup for the new Tacoma. Shocks, coils, arms, supporting components… the whole package. Here’s what’s dropping: IMS Monotube Shocks – durable, reliable, and built for real offroading. MRR 3-Way Adjustable Shocks – remote reservoirs, compression/rebound adjustability, serious control for the hardcore. Aluminum UCAs – forged aluminum, camber/caster adjustable, anodized finish, built for strength and handling. Coil Springs – different load ratings so you can run stock weight or go heavy with armor, campers, or gear. Supporting Components – adjustable panhard rods, sway bar relocation kits, diff drops, hydro bump stops, and more. Dobinsons designed this range to give your truck more suspension travel, better articulation, and improved control without sacrificing ride quality. We’re talking up to 25% more front travel with UCAs and diff drop, and up to 20% more rear travel, depending on the setup. We’ll have everything live on TacomaForce soon, but we wanted everyone to keep their eye out for this great lineup! Who’s excited? Anyone planning to start with the IMS or go all-in with the MRR adjustables? Call/email us anytime to talk with the experts We offer FREE build consultations!! (916)-805-6432 info@tacomaforce.com Photos credited to Dobinsons on Instagram

TrdMarkey

Member

Aug 6, 2025

#1

I want to THANK the genius that suggested to put wing nuts and washers on the factory rail BED CLEATS. I bought SS wing nuts M 8-1.25 and SS 5/16x 1-1/4 fender washers.

I put 3 cleats on each side. All the years I had my 3rd Gen, I couldn't believe this simple hack eluded me. I was waiting to buy 3 pairs of aluminum cleats for $110 having 8 original Tacoma cleats laying around brand new.

Sorry I don’t remember the name of the originator of this idea. Whenever I do, I’ll add their name to the post to give credit. Thanks

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